http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ A search of MERLOT materials Copyright 1997-2013 MERLOT. All rights reserved. Thu, 23 May 2013 16:12:59 PDT Thu, 23 May 2013 16:12:59 PDT http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/images/merlot.gif http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ 44 34 http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=81883 The acoustics of musical instruments and the voice. The "Basics" directory introduces and explains general concepts. There are "Introduction to the Acoustics of [instrument name]״, data bases, technical material, web services (including a hearing test) and a FAQ. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=79493 The Fugues of the Well-Tempered Clavier is a site that provides interactive multimedia analyses of Book I (and portions of Book II) of the WTC by Johann Sebastian Bach. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=85811 A music theory and analysis site complete with tutorials, exercises, Music theory reference, Articles about music and analysis and a member section. To see an interview with the author of the material, Click here http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=243764 Virtual library containing over 4,000 (march 2007) public domain musical scores. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=241187 This is an interesting learning activity from the Library of Congress on the subject of political cartoons.  This would be appropriate for Social Studies, Humanities, Government , Journalism or History classes.  Student are taught how to analyze and decode cartoons and about persuasive techniques often employed by political cartoonists to promote their individual message such as symbolism, exxageration and analogy.  Students view examples of various political cartoons and then test themselves on which typical cartoonist techniques are depicted in each.  In the "Learn More" section, the same cartoons are shown and there is a brief expert audio analysis of each one.  This section also contains links to biographical sketches for each of the cartoonists.    http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=85803 Breathtaking images of France and Parisian landmarks. These photos will enrich the learning experience for students of France and French civilization and culture. Photography students will also learn much from the photographs, including apage on technique for panoramic photography. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=75414 America's Jazz Heritage Website is part of a project generated by a partnership of the Lila Wallace-Reader's Digest Fund and the Smithsonian Institution that is focussed on the preservation and presentation of the history of jazz. This site includes audio clips, interviews, schedules of exhibitions and performances, extensive bibliographies, and links to related sites. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=91284 The Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco (FAMSF) is the City's largest public artsinstitution. Comprised of the M.H. de Young Memorial Museum and the California Palace of the Legion of Honor, FAMSF has a very impressive web site. Not only does it have online exhibtions from all of these museums, it also hosts The Thinker Image Base of over 75,000 online images from the de Young Museum and the Legion of Honor. There are Quick Searches for the entire site, a Thinker Search Engine for the 75,000 image database and links for Education, Current Exhibits, and online stores for all the museums. Recent Announcements are kept up-to-date and there is quick access if you wish to contact them or get involved. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=223824 Audacity is a free, easy-to-use audio editor and recorder for Windows, Mac OS X, GNU/Linux, and other operating systems. Anybody can use it without much training to manage their audio.  http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=250563 Art Education 2.0 is for art educators at all levels who are interested in using digital technologies to enhance and transform teaching and learning in their classrooms. The aim of Art Education 2.0 is to provide a safe and comfortable environment in which its members can pursue shared artistic and educational goals. Through the technology tools, forums, projects, and resources offered through Art Education 2.0, the intent is to promote effective art education practices, encourage cultural exchanges and joint creative work, and support technology-enhanced projects and activities deemed important by our members. Sign up is required but free.